Age 7 is the magic number for an orthodontic check-up

Many parents assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to see Dr. Engen for a consultation, only to discover treatment would have been much easier if started earlier. Did you know the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven?

That’s right—seven.

Ok, so what’s so great about age seven, you ask? Enough permanent teeth have arrived for Dr. Engen to make a determination about whether any problems are present. The first molars have come in, providing an opportunity to check for malocclusion, or “bad bite.” Also, the incisors have begun to come in, and problems such as crowding, deep bites and open bites can be detected.

Orthodontic evaluation at an early age provides one of two positive outcomes: For some, early identification or problems will lead to easier or shorter orthodontic treatment in the future. For others, a healthy prognosis will provide immediate peace of mind.

Early evaluation, of course, may signal a need for early treatment. For some children, early treatment can prevent physical and emotional trauma. Aside from spurring on years of harmful teasing, misaligned teeth are also prone to injury and are detrimental to good oral hygiene. So, if your child is nearing his or her seventh birthday, give us a call to schedule an appointment.

PATIENT REVIEWS

Patricia A.Jun 29, 2014

Dr. David has a wonderful chairside manner, just as his father did when I saw him many years ago. He made me feel very comfortable

Denise FJun 29, 2014

I would highly recommend Dr. Engen and his office staff to anyone whose child was apprehensive about having braces. Other than the high level of professionalism, I appreciate the down-play of cutsie-pie gimmicks for kids. He thoroughly explained everything to us right from the start.

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Dr. Engen’s New Office is Almost Here

Want to watch an entire day’s worth of construction work being completed in around thirty-seconds? Well now you can. Using a GoPro camera, we filmed the pouring of cement into the common area floor in the basement of the North Nevada Professional Building. Dr. Engen’s new office is coming soon, and we can’t wait!

Dr. David W. Engen, DDS, MSD

Dr. David W. Engen, DDS, MSD 1 of only 5 board certified periodontists in the inland northwest, received his Bachelor of Science degree in Neurobiology from Purdue University and his Master of Science degree in Physiology and Biophysics from Indiana University prior to earning his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at Indiana University School of Dentistry. He received specialty training in both Periodontics and Orthodontics, making him one of a handful of specialists in the country to hold both specialties. He received the Master of Science in Dentistry degree along with his specialty credentials. Dr. Engen is one of only three board certified Periodontists in the Inland Northwest. Dr. Engen recently became board certified in Orthodontics making him one of less than 20 dentists world-wide to have achieved such a distinction.

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Dr. Rudolf G. Hahn, DMD, MS

Dr. Rudolf G. Hahn, DMD, MS, 1 of only 5 board certified periodontists in the inland northwest, hails originally from London, England. Dr. Rudolf “Rolf” Hahn started his dental career at Guys Hospital, London in 1972. After graduating he worked in a general dental practice in England and later in Germany. He also received his doctorate in prosthodontics at the University of Cologne, Germany, where he then also served as assistant professor of prosthodontics from 1980 to 1982. Dr. Hahn came to the US to complete his specialty training in Periodontics at Loma Linda University, in California. He stayed on as a faculty member in the school of dentistry in addition to his private practice. During the last five years of his stay at Loma Linda University he served as Chairman of the Department of Periodontics.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN 2014!!!

PATIENT REVIEWS

Larry A.Jun 29, 2014

Because of the internet information provided about his background and education, I feel I have a top level, up-to-date professional taking care of me.

Robert A.Jun 29, 2014

Dr. Engen and staff were excellent. Very efficient and told me exactly what to expect.